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X853 BAY

2001 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

133,167 mi
Last recorded133,167 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Renault Megane71,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX853 BAY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2017 133,167 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 133,167 miles

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 123,789 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 114,406 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 105,770 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 98,147 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 90,813 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 83,404 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 76,298 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 68,818 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 62,679 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 62,679 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 55,994 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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X853 BAY is a 2001 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 71,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X853 BAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Renault Megane is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of X853 BAY?

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What year was X853 BAY registered?

X853 BAY is a 2001 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X853 BAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X853 BAY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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